‘Christmas in Rockefeller Center’ 2025: Streaming, Time & TV Details

It’s time for the annual Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting! The Christmas in Rockefeller Center tree lighting spectacular will show tonight, Dec. 3 from 8-10 PM ET – however coverage will start an hour prior, at 7 PM ET.

The Voice and Happy’s Place star Reba McEntire will host and perform at the Rockefeller Tree lighting, which will also feature performances from Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, the Radio City Rockettes and more. Here’s how to watch the Rockefeller Tree lighting in 2025.

When is the 2025 Rockefeller Tree lighting?

The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree will be lit on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025.

Rockefeller Tree lighting time in 2025:

Coverage of the 2025 Rockefeller Tree lighting will commence at 7 p.m. ET. From 8 to 10 p.m. ET, Rockefeller Center’s official Christmas tree lighting special will air.

2025 Rockefeller Tree lighting channel:

NBC and Peacock will broadcast the Christmas at Rockefeller Center show.

How to watch the 2025 Rockefeller Tree lighting without cable:

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You may view NBC programs on demand as well as some live sports and events with an ad-supported Peacock subscription for $10.99 per month. You may subscribe to an ad-free Premium Plus subscription for $17 a month, which includes the ability to download some titles to watch offline and live access to your local NBC affiliate (not only during specific sports and events).

Apple TV also recently launched a bundle with Peacock. Ad-supported Peacock and Apple TV may be bundled for $15 per month, or you can go ad-free for $20.

Who will host the 2025 Rockefeller Tree Lighting?

Reba McEntire is set to host NBC’s annual holiday celebration this year and will also take the stage as one of the performers throughout the event.

Who’s Performing at the Rockefeller Tree Lighting 2025?

This year’s entertainment lineup includes an impressive mix of artists such as Marc Anthony, Halle Bailey, Michael Bublé, Kristin Chenoweth, Laufey, New Edition, Brad Paisley, Carly Pearce, and Gwen Stefani. The evening will also feature a special performance from the Radio City Rockettes, who are celebrating their 100-year milestone.